Why is it important to squeeze the liquid from the grated zucchini?

Squeezing as much liquid as possible from the grated zucchini is crucial to prevent soggy fritters and ensure they become firm when baked.

Can I use something other than ground chia for the 'chia eggs'?

Yes, the recipe suggests using flax meal as an alternative to ground chia to create the binding 'eggs' when mixed with water.

What type of vegan yogurt works best for the citrus sauce?

The recipe links to a homemade cashew yogurt, suggesting a creamy, plain vegan yogurt base would be ideal for the zesty citrus sauce.

How do I ensure my zucchini fritters get firm and not fall apart?

Beyond thoroughly draining the zucchini, the recipe uses psyllium husk, coconut flour, and gluten-free breadcrumbs to help bind and firm the fritters.

Can these Zucchini Fritters be prepared ahead of time or stored?

While best fresh, baked fritters can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days and reheated gently in the oven or a pan.

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Zucchini Fritters With Citrus Yogurt Sauce
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

NY By: Natalie Yonan

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Golden-brown baked zucchini fritters stacked on a white plate, drizzled generously with a creamy, pale yellow citrus yogurt sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

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Ingredients You Need for Zucchini Fritters With Citrus Yogurt Sauce [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Zucchini Fritters:

4 cups grated zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves
1 handful parsley
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons ground chia (or flax meal) and 6 tablespoon water
1/2 cup coconut flour
3/4 cup gluten-free bread crumbs
2 tablespoons psyllium husk
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Citrus Yogurt:

1 cup vegan yogurt
Zest from 1 lemon
1/2 garlic clove
Salt and pepper
Olive oil

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How to Prepare Zucchini Fritters With Citrus Yogurt Sauce [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Grate 2 big zucchinis (or enough to fill 4 cups). Add the grated zucchini to a cheesecloth/nut-milk bag or thin kitchen towel in a colander over your kitchen sink. Sprinkle with the 1 teaspoon of salt and leave to drain for 10 minutes.
After ten minutes, squeeze as much liquid out of the zucchini as possible. This is a crucial step for your fritters to become firm and not soggy!
Prepare the chia eggs by mixing the chia flour and the water in a separate small bowl and leave for 3-5 minutes.
Add the drained zucchini and the chia eggs to a bowl and mix in all the other ingredients until combined.
Form fritters and slightly flatten them on a baking sheet with your fingers until you get about 9 of them. Make sure to use some oil or baking paper under the fritters.
Brush the fritters with some olive oil.
Bake in the oven on 390°F for 15-17 minutes.
Make citrus yogurt sauce by mixing together all sauce ingredients.